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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,600 cc

LB54 EKNMOT history

LB54 EKN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 128,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2024
Mileage
128,504 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 EKN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 EKN was last recorded at 128,504 miles on 16 Mar 2023, 15,180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,324 miles · 9 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
15,180 miles
Average per year
6,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,504 miles
  • 2022 – 113,324 miles
  • 2021 – 104,524 miles
  • 2020 – 99,296 miles
  • 2019 – 92,509 miles
  • 2017 – 88,802 miles
  • 2016 – 85,045 miles
  • 2015 – 79,193 miles
  • 2014 – 72,806 miles
  • 2013 – 65,821 miles
  • 2012 – 56,093 miles
  • 2011 – 47,681 miles
  • 2010 – 42,554 miles
  • 2009 – 36,744 miles
  • 2008 – 31,678 miles
  • 2007 – 26,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,504 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,504 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    128,504 miles
    Test number
    266981396017
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail128,504 miles (+15,180)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,504 miles
    Test number
    897432568871
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,324 miles (+8,800)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,324 miles
    Test number
    783296966787
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass104,524 miles (+5,228)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,524 miles
    Test number
    227945391628
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass99,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,296 miles
    Test number
    753199719898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail99,296 miles (+6,787)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,296 miles
    Test number
    357023179870
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,509 miles
    Test number
    342660919101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,509 miles (+3,707)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,509 miles
    Test number
    486402459949
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass88,802 miles (+3,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    88,802 miles
    Test number
    789837722393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass85,045 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    85,045 miles
    Test number
    138564369579
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has light scratches within zone b swept area

  11. Fail84,979 miles (+5,786)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,979 miles
    Test number
    265217401745
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Swept zone scratched (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Floor trim hanging down
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass79,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    79,193 miles
    Test number
    868295069038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,193 miles (+6,387)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,193 miles
    Test number
    798378038225
    • Repaired at testBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass72,806 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,806 miles
    Test number
    479478934496
    • NoteHandbrake operation notchy

  15. Fail72,806 miles (+6,985)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,806 miles
    Test number
    456938634444
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHandbrake operation notchy

  16. Pass65,821 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,821 miles
    Test number
    795609933379
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail65,821 miles (+9,728)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,821 miles
    Test number
    446078133415
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass56,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    56,093 miles
    Test number
    777706322302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,093 miles (+8,412)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,093 miles
    Test number
    928856422314
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  20. Pass47,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    47,681 miles
    Test number
    495398321486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,681 miles (+5,127)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,681 miles
    Test number
    479467021406
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  22. Pass42,554 miles (+5,810)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    42,554 miles
    Test number
    162050640336
    • NoteWipers only just clearing screen

  23. Pass36,744 miles (+5,066)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,744 miles
    Test number
    890851049365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,678 miles (+5,412)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,678 miles
    Test number
    342511448374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre damaged on outside side wall.

  25. Pass26,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    26,266 miles
    Test number
    431130847449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 EKN

Does LB54 EKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 EKN expired on 15 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 EKN?
The MOT on LB54 EKN expired on 15 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 EKN done?
LB54 EKN was recorded at 128,504 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2023, an average of 6,693 miles a year.
Has LB54 EKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 EKN has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 EKN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB54 EKN find?
LB54 EKN passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2023 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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